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24/08/2025

PERSPECTIVE: Yesterday Ghost Hunts CDC Today?
By Ernest Amand
Saturday’s demolition of the historic CDC Headquarter reminds millions of the Memories of the once powerful and rated CDC.
Liberians, both at home and abroad, still reflects a few years ago, I had strong disagreements with the CDC when they were in power, because I believed in speaking truth to power and I will never stop doing the same with the Unity Party today. Liberia does not belong to a political party; Liberia belongs to all Liberians.
What saddens me is that the two major parties that have ruled our nation CDC and Unity Party have failed to build lasting institutions. They have only succeeded in building mansions for themselves while their supporters continue to live in poverty, bearing the consequences of selfish leadership.

Today, we see the CDC headquarters being torn down. While I sympathize with those who are affected, I also believe this is the result of years of poor preparation and misplaced priorities. The Unity Party was in power for twelve (12)years and could not even build a simple palava hut as a permanent headquarters. The CDC also had six (6) years and did the same. This is not leadership; it is a clear demonstration that both parties are more concerned about enriching themselves than about building institutions that will live beyond them.
Fellow Liberians, it is time we wake up. It is time we stop electing leaders based on party colors green or blue and start electing men and women with vision, integrity, and a proven record of turning the impossible into the possible. We need leaders who will build this nation, not just their bank accounts.

Liberia deserves better. We deserve leaders who will think beyond their own lifetime and lay foundations for generations yet unborn. The power belongs to the people, and together, we can demand a new kind of leadership that puts country above party and patriotism above selfishness.

24/08/2025

‘There will be no Same-Sex Marriage within the United Methodist Church’ – Bishop Samuel Quire

Recent claims circulating on social media, particularly those posted by Bishop Joseph Gardea Johnson of the Restoration Baptist Church are deliberate attempts to misinform the public and discredit the United Methodist Church in Liberia and its leadership, it said in a statement Thursday in Monrovia.

The Liberia Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church (LAC/UMC) says its Resident Bishop Samuel Quire has never endorsed, promoted, nor officiated any same-s*x marriage in Liberia.

Recent claims circulating on social media, particularly those posted by Bishop Joseph Gardea Johnson of the Restoration Baptist Church are deliberate attempts to misinform the public and discredit the United Methodist Church in Liberia and its leadership, it said in a statement Thursday in Monrovia.

The statement:

Both Bishop Quire and the entire Liberia Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church have repeatedly reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to the authority of the Holy Bible as the foundation of our faith and practice.

The United Methodist Church in Liberia has never officiated, nor will it ever officiate, same-s*x marriages. Bishop Johnson’s deliberate refusal to acknowledge the stance of the LAC/UMC—as contained in a resolution adopted at the 192nd Session of the Liberia Annual Conference—is unfortunate and misleading.

At the 192nd Session, the Liberia Annual Conference adopted a resolution categorically rejecting same-s*x marriage as unbiblical, unchristian, and contrary to Liberian law, culture, and tradition. The resolution clearly outlined that:

1. Same-s*x marriage contravenes Liberian civil procedures.
2. Same-s*x marriage runs contrary to the customs and traditional
practices regarding marriage in Liberia.
3. Same-s*x marriage is incompatible with the teachings of the
Bible, both Old and New Testaments.
The resolution, therefore, categorically rejected both same-s*x marriage
and the ordination of self-avowed homos*xuals.

In June of 2024, Bishop Samuel Jerome Quire Jr. was physically
attacked by an angry crowd in Ganta, Nimba County. Protests were
also staged at the New Georgia and 72nd United Methodist Churches,
based on false rumors that same-s*x marriage ceremonies were to be
conducted, and lawyers representing the church were beaten by a crowd
in Omega, Paynesville.

Additionally, the Duazon United Methodist
Church was attacked by community members reportedly organized
by Rev. Charles Flakes. In December of last year, the Central Office
of the Liberia Annual Conference also suffered a protest, all
instigated by misinformation and diabolical lies.

Those who spread the false narrative that Bishop Quire and the United
Methodist Church in Liberia are promoting homos*xuality are not only
spreading dangerous lies but are also inciting violence, undermining the
unity of the Church and misleading the Liberian people.

Those who are on social media platforms and street corners spreading misleading information and diabolical lies are in fact the ones promoting same -s*x marriage through placards, leaflet distribution, talk shows and other means, they are pushing these false narratives only to satisfy their selfish agenda.

The Liberia Annual Conference remains focused on its mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world, promoting peace, providing education and healthcare, and serving the Liberian people faithfully.

We call on all Christians and the general public to be cautious of individuals or groups who twist the truth for personal or political gain.
Bishop Gardea Johnson’s statements represent nothing but desperation, misinformation, and a lack of proper understanding of our polity and it is Bishop Johnson, who lacks the requisite leadership and integrity.

The Liberia Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church stands
firm in its biblical convictions and remains a church rooted in faith,
culture, and service to God’s people.

24/08/2025

President Boakai Gaves HPX TKO
-----Gets Furious Over Lies for White House Visits
In July, the authoritative Independent Probe Newspaper reported that President Boakai upon his visit to the United States realized that the 4G signing of a mineral deal intent with HPX was a mere public relations scam with intend to vail the President in thinking HPX made the deal for a Trump callup.
Following last week’s cabinet meeting, IPNEWS understand from sources that President Joseph Boakai has declined the multimillion-dollar token, which aides facilitated to apparently lure authorities to surrendering the country’s remaining mining assets to Chinese and South African mineral barons.
Center of this conspiracy is Mamaka Bility, the Minister of State Without Portfolio who earier this year announced at a cabinet retreat that the government has acquired 285 pieces of earth moving machines to bolster low-cost road construction and maintenance. The market value of the equipment was previously put 84 Million prompting public concern that folloed President Boakai mandate to Vice President Jerimiah Koung to access the deal which has now eventually reduced to $30 million.
The President cut off the deal in an emergency cabinet meeting Monday as lawmakers and critics fume over the source and the not too-clear nature of the arrangement, according to people who had access to the conversation.
With transparency and other governance issues raised, Boakai chastised officials associated with the arrangement and that he senses wrong doing.
“The deal was a very bad deal,” the verified source said on condition not to be named due to potential impact on confidential nature of employment.
“They offered 500 pieces of equipment in exchange for over a billion dollar in local mining contracts.”
President Boakai has not reached the conclusion of relinquishing the highly rated Wologizi Mountain in his native Lofa County to the Chinese. Based on the untimely announcement, the president is bitter with the deal on grounds that nothing has reached a conclusion to be disclosed to the public.
Presidential Press Secretary Kula Fofana contacted said the Ministry of Information will speak on the matter Tuesday in the capital Monrovia.
Xu Ming, Senior Vice president of Chinese company – Sany Group and Robert Gumede, Chairman of South Africa based Guma Group are at the heart of the controversial charity.
In a video released by Ms. Bility, Gumede said through the partnership, the companies were connecting Liberia with China and South Africa.
Liberia Code of Conduct for Government Officials and Employees prohibits bribe and token of such scale and magnitude. Known as the ‘Black Knight of Africa’ Gumede has running business ties in Liberia.
In February US firm HPX signed a letter of intent with the Liberian government promising to finance a multibillion-dollar “Liberty Corridor” along with Guma Group. Under the plan, HPX and Guma would build an entirely new railway from northern Liberia to a modern Deepwater port on the coast.
The ceremony announcing the project, which would cost an estimated $3 billion to $5 billion, was attended by Boakai, Freidland, and the South African billionaire Robert Gumede.

23/08/2025

East International Rejects Shine Liberia Report Leaking It to CDC Party HQ Demolition

----Wants Immediate Retraction

The management of East International Group, categorically reject Saturday, August 23, 2025, edition of the Shine Liberia online platform leaking its company Yellow Machine for the Police demolition exercise conducted on the premises of the CDC.
We call on Shine Liberia to do the honorable thing by retracting this malicious report with an intend to tarnished our hard-errand reputation as a BUSINESS Institution.
“All Logistics of East International are duly marked and cannot be used in or for any activities other than construction works. Our Lawyers have been informed about this malicious report and options are on the table if Shine Liberia does not act in the principles of good Journalism by retracting its unfounded story in adherence to the ABC of Journalism.
East International is a reputable Business Institutions and will not allow its name being dragged in an unfounded political plod
It may be recalled, Shine Liberia in its Saturday coverage of the demolition of the CDC Headquarters leaked the used of East International yellow machine to demolish the CDC Party headquarters, betraying the CDC.

East International: “ Let it be known that East International Group is Not owned by Senator Nathaniel McGill or any former government officials as being speculated but by private Entrepreneurs both Local and internationally.” Cao Yun Feng
Chief Executive Officer , East International Group
told IPNEWS.

22/08/2025

Liberia Immigration Service Grand Gedeh Detachment Enrolls 48,000 Burkinabées in 3 Months

The Liberia Immigration Service (LIS) Grand Gedeh detachment has climaxed the enrollment of thousands of Burkinabées in the county.

The closing ceremony brought together joint security, Burkinabee Nationals, forest owners, among others.

During the program, the Commander of LIS in Grand Gedeh Alex Kpakolo said the enrollment started since May 20,2025 and ended August 20,2025 with the total of 48,000 Burkinabées .

Commander Kpakolo at the same time revealed that LIS will not allow any more Burkinabe nationals to enter the county because of the end of the enrollment process.

Moreover, the Director for Operations of the Liberia Immigration Service Dennis B Sartee explained that the next phase of the enrolled Burkinabe nationals is to obtain their resident permits which cost 150 USD per person.

He at the same time appreciated LIS and the county local authority for their level of cooperation during the process.

22/08/2025

‘We are still here in Japan making the case for our dear country’, Pres. Boakai clarifies Public Speculations

Amidst public speculation over the whereabouts of Liberia’s President Joseph N. Boakai, following pronouncement by the Ministry of Information that the Liberian Leader was cutting short his stay in Japan for other engagements, and a subsequent statement by the office of Presidential Press Secretary that Pres. Boakai would continue in Japan as previously planned sparking public concerns on the whereabouts of their president, the Liberian himself has clarified in a social Media post “Fellow Liberians, we are still here in Japan making the case for our dear country.

Earlier, I met with Dr. Tanaka Akihiko, President of JICA, to discuss strengthening Liberia–Japan cooperation.

I extended my gratitude for Japan’s ongoing support in infrastructure, agriculture, and health, and highlighted opportunities to expand collaboration under our ARREST Agenda.

Dr. Tanaka expressed JICA’s commitment to Liberia, emphasizing continued support for roads, food security, healthcare, and youth empowerment.

Together, we pledged to deepen our partnership to deliver sustainable, people-centered development for all Liberians.” President Boakai stated.

Either on Wedensday, President Boakai met with Dr. Takeharu Yamanaka, Mayor of Yokohama, Japan’s second-largest city with over 3.7 million residents, where the two discussed opportunities for city-to-city cooperation in water supply, waste management, port operations, and technical knowledge transfer.

President Boakai also extended an invitation for him to visit Liberia and engage with major cities, including Monrovia. “This partnership holds great promise for strengthening Liberia’s maritime position, advancing urban renewal, and fostering people-to-people ties that support our administration’s ARREST Agenda. ” A statement made by President Boakai during the meeting.

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